At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of chemical specialties, process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial companies and to this day our experience and expertise show in the actions and dedication of our Associates worldwide. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.
About the job
As the Supply Chain Planning & Operations Specialist, EMEA, you will play a central coordination role between demand planning, supply planning, and our manufacturing sites, ensuring optimal material availability, capacity alignment, and customer service across the region. This is a great opportunity to join us at a time when we are investing in strengthening our market position.
What will you do?
- Review and optimize production requirements and intercompany supply chain movements, catering to our 7 production sites and 20+ warehouses in the EMEA region.
- Prepare and provide forecast and custom reports to stakeholders for mid-term capacity planning and material planning based on the demand plan.
- Improve planning process and parameters using our systems and develop working practices for production and transfer items.
- Analyze and implement stocking policies and implement continuous improvements of inventory levels.
- Implement improvements in production/warehouse processes between affiliates allowing maximum operational flexibility according to customer service, quality, EHS and cost targets.
- Organize and lead regular meetings with the site production scheduling teams + production sites for performance, capacity and improvements.
- Review master data and suggest improvements for assigned portfolio.
- Keep track on performance levels regarding customer service, stock levels, costs and lead times to end customer and referring KPI’s.
- Participating in ongoing improvement projects.
What are we looking for?
- Experience:
- Solid experience in a supply planning or supply chain coordination role within a multisite manufacturing environment.
- Proven ability to work at the interface of demand, supply, and production planning is strongly preferred.
- Exposure to automation or digitalization of supply chain processes is a plus.
- Hands-on experience planning high-volume finished goods and raw materials in a complex, operational environment is essential.
- Languages: Professional level English, spoken and written, is required.
- Soft skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent stakeholder communication, ability to influence across sites and functions, customer focus, proactivity, flexibility, and strong safety awareness. Safety is at the core of our culture.
What's in it for you?
- Hybrid schedule, with the base in our Uithoorn site.
- Competitive pay + bonus & rewards programs.
- Health insurance allowance.
- Great pension scheme.
- Holiday days buy/sell program.
- Volunteering leave to dedicate to the cause of your choice.
- Access to career growth opportunities in Supply Chain or other related areas of interest.
- QH University: Continuous training programs for all seniority levels.
Who are we?
We are a global leader in industrial process and mechanical engineering present in 40+ countries. We are continually improving and innovating so the world’s industrial manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our engineers, chemists and industry experts partner with our customers to play a key role in helping them run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.
Our values: Live Safe , Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity and Do Great Things Together.
Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.
Apply now and grow where your contributions will matter!
Are you a QH colleague?
Please contact your TA Partner, Honorata Florczak or your HRBP for more information about the role and/or how to apply.
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